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Some fresh fruits and vegetables may not be as healthy as they seem
An environmental group reports test results showing pesticide residue By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 12,…
Silver Airways shuts down, suspends all flights, effective immediately
The bankrupt carriers buyer decided to not continue operations By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 12,…
Readers Endorse Doctor Migration and Shun ‘Elderspeak’
Letters to the Editor is a periodic feature. We welcome all comments and will publish a selection. We edit…
Enforcing the Opioid Addiction Recovery Fraud Prevention Act: The FTC’s settlement with Evoke Wellness and what it means for businesses
The FTC is cracking down on companies attempting to deceive people seeking treatment for addiction. An…
Pioneers and Pathfinders: Dr. Roland Vogl
This week’s guest, Dr. Roland Vogl, is a leading voice in legal education and the legal…
Now Available! Mass-Peculiarities: An Employer’s Guide to Wage & Hour Law in the Bay State
Seyfarth is pleased to release the 2025 Edition of Mass-Peculiarities: An Employer’s Guide to Wage & Hour…
Prices of appliances are rising after tariffs
Appliances could get even pricier in the months to come By Dieter Holger of ConsumerAffairs June…
Can Uneven Flooring Be Grounds for a Premises Liability Case?
Uneven flooring might not sound like a serious hazard at first, but in the right circumstances,…
Trump promoting $1,000 'baby bonds' for newborns
The tax-deferred accounts would help pay for college or other expenses By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs…
These suburbs are the most popular destinations in 2025
Only a few had below-average home prices By Dieter Holger of ConsumerAffairs June 11, 2025 Summerville,…
Grocery Outlet accused of deceptive price comparisons in Oregon
A class action lawsuit The lawsuit claims Grocery Outlet used inflated comparison prices, misleading customers about…
Hyundai Faces Class Action over alleged brake defects in 2023-2025 Palisade SUVs
The lawsuit claims Hyundai knew about the problem but did not advise consumers By Truman Lewis…
May’s inflation rate was lower than expected
But food costs have begun to rise again at a faster rate By Mark Huffman of…
Protective Safeguard Endorsements Are Dangerous to Coverage
Protective Safeguards Endorsements (PSEs) are a never-ending source for denials of property insurance claims. I quoted…
Fireworks prices surge ahead of Independence Day
Nearly all U.S. fireworks come from China By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 11, 2025 U.S.…
Nominee for OSHA Chief David Keeling Testifies Before Senate Committee, Outlines Workplace Safety Priorities and Workplace Violence Plans
Seyfarth Synopsis: On Thursday, June 5, 2025, OSHA Nominee David Keeling testified that he plans to…
The top 10 scams that target seniors
The FBI offers advice for avoiding them By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 11, 2025 Senior…
Protective Safeguard Endorsements Are Dangerous to Coverage
Protective Safeguards Endorsements (PSEs) are a never-ending source for denials of property insurance claims. I quoted…
What Are ‘Improper’ Medicaid Payments, and Are They as High as a Trump Official Said?
Louis Jacobson, PolitiFact “One out of every $5 or $6 in Medicaid [payments] is improper.” Russell…
Four Ways Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Would Undermine Access to Obamacare
Major changes could be in store for the more than 24 million people with health coverage…
Beer taxes are highest in these states
A tax on beer can be as high as nearly 41% of the retail price By…
Seeking treatment for addiction? Some things to know before you search
The FTC is cracking down on companies that attempt to manipulate or deceive people seeking treatment…